Notre-Dame Basilica: cracking stones

Nearly two hundred years of harsh weather have taken their toll on many of the stones that make up the towers of Montreal’s Notre-Dame Basilica. Some stones were even in danger of collapsing. Today, the restoration of these towers and the replacement of these stones pose unexpected technical, aesthetic, and heritage challenges. 

Published and updated on August 19, 20251 min read
Notre-Dame Basilica: cracking stones

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